What are the best coastal counties of North Carolina?

Question

Hi, I am wondering what are the best areas and counties to live in in North Carolina. I am looking to move there in the next 5 years.I would like to live in a coastal county and somewhat close to the Atlantic. I want a nice, safe area to live, with a good economy and have jobs available. I will be in finance and accounting and my wife will be in social work and counseling. What are your suggestions for a good area to live and raise a family. Thank you

Answer 1

Greenville is the best place to live BY FAR. Its down town area is clean and fun to visit. Ecomny is awesome there, too. Low crime rates also. Google It,

Answer 2

i agree greenville is a great place to live or near it like me. i live about 25 min. from greenville in a nice little town and the good thing is that it's about a hour away from raleigh the capital and about a 1 hour and 45 min. from the beach. well good luck i hope you like north carolina it's a great place.

Answer 3

Carteret county is on the coast, Beaufort is small with a lot of history and beauty.  Morehead City is ok.  Newport is also a small town about 9 miles from the ocean, on the inlet.  These places are tourist oriented and jobs are do not pay well unless you are educated such as yourself and your wife.  Newport is a great place to raise children.